BOSTON — What started as a small initiative by the New England Patriots has quickly turned into a statewide phenomenon.
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Strong spring for Fitchburg middle schools
It’s no secret that the Fitchburg High track and field teams have been on the rise for the past couple of years. The reason, however obvious it might seem, may not be as well known. The track and field programs in Fitchburg’s middle schools have been on the ascendancy as well, providing a fantastic feeder […]
MacPherson headed to MASCAC Hall of Fame
Among the 10 members 2025 Hall of Fame Class for the Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference (MASCAC) 2025 Hall of Fame Class is a face very familiar to those at Fitchburg State University. Malcolm MacPherson, who guided the Falcons’ men’s soccer team on the pitch for many years and served as an assistant coach on […]
Boston University CTE Center researchers trying to diagnose CTE during life, recruiting former football players
Boston University CTE Center researchers are trying to diagnose CTE during life. Scientists are recruiting former football players, including Matt Hasselbeck, for a new study.
Montachusett Challenger Baseball League kicks off season
The Montachusett Challenger Baseball League opened its 2025 season Saturday morning at Coggshall Park, marking more than 25 years of supporting men and women with physical and intellectual challenges. In addition to teams sponsored by Miller Mechanical of Townsend, D’Ambrosio EyeCare in Lancaster, Fitchburg Knights of Columbus, and GAAMHA Inc, of Gardner taking the field, Fitchburg […]
360 Hoops brings new game to town
FITCHBURG — The 360 Hoops era got underway Thursday in impressive fashion. A new twist on the time-tested game of basketball, 360 Hoops made its debut at Game On Fitchburg, with its founders introducing the the sport — which involves three hoops on a circular court — to local athletes. Anyone versed in basketball will […]
